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International Trade: Customs - USA - Nationwide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird LLP has a skillful team of practitioners who cover customs, export controls and economic sanctions issues for a host of clients. The firm works on issues concerning ITAR, EAR and OFAC, and its lawyers advise a range of domestic and international entities. It features sector expertise in areas such as energy, private equity, manufacturing and steel.

Work Highlights

  • Alston & Bird advised Mohawk Industries and its subsidiaries on its supply chain strategies in response to new and changing US tariffs, as well as representation in duty refund claims before US Customs and Border Protection.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lian Yang
3
Lian Yang
3
Band 3
Lian Yang has a broad trade practice that includes advising clients on customs matters. She advises on tariff classifications and country of origin issues, among other matters.

Lian's responsiveness, strategic insight and ability to anticipate risks set her apart. She doesn’t just solve problems; she adds tangible value and helps us make smarter, commercially informed decisions.

Lian has a depth of subject matter knowledge and is practical in her advice on highly complex matters.

Jason Waite
4
Jason Waite
4
Band 4
Jason Waite has a broad range of experience in the customs space. He regularly advises clients on seeking exclusions and customs classifications, among other matters.

Jason has completely stepped up to the plate, acted as a strategic partner to our firm and helped us understand how to ask and explain things to the government.

Jason Waite has an extraordinarily responsive nature and a very detailed knowledge of the subject matter. He gets really energized by the subject and clearly loves what he does.

Jason is very personable and takes the time to get to know me and what our company needs are. He understands our set up and business very well.

Brian Frey
5
Brian Frey
5
Band 5

Brian Frey is recognized for his significant experience related to Russian sanctions, as well as expertise regarding OFAC and CFIUS.

Brian provides us with excellent support.

Brian has great judgment and a calm demeanor.

Brian listens to clients to see what they need and find creative solutions. He is very hands-on and enjoyable to work with. I trust him to do a good job.

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: Customs

Lian Yang
3
Lian Yang
3
Band 3
Jason Waite
4
Jason Waite
4
Band 4
International Trade: Export Controls & Economic Sanctions

Brian Frey
5
Brian Frey
5
Band 5
Jason Waite
5
Jason Waite
5
Band 5